The Way We Wore Evening Dresses and Gowns

Wild and free red leopard print silk chiffon gown by Rena Lange. Beautiful leopard spots and faces printed in soft black on the deep red silk chiffon. Ruching at bodice and at off-sh...

Jean Paul Gaultier Femme dress circa 1990s in orange, white and teal blue jersey. Orange colored wrap belt has giant bow attached at front. Asymmetrical hem. Lightweight, unlined an...

This Christian Dior dress was designed during John Galliano's tenure for the Spring 2005 collection. Made with high-quality silk jersey, the dress has a shirred bodice and a halter n...

This stunning piece is brought to you by the renowned designer Vicky Tiel, showcasing her unique style from the dynamic 1980s era. Crafted from fuchsia satin, this strapless gown emu...

A rare Moschino Couture dress from the Spring 1996 Ready-To-Wear collection. Classic color-blocking with a sprinkling of kitsch. The off-white scoop neck bodice is met just above the...

Contemporary gown from revered fashion house J Mendel. Super stunner of a gown in electric blue organza with heavily sequined strapless top. full skirt falls in tiers with one side f...

This relatively contemporary Emilio Pucci one shoulder lace dress is crafted in a stunning and luxurious rich burgundy color. It is made of machine lace with one shoulder and a belle...

Mod Pierre Cardin Haute Couture 1980's does 1970's shift dress. Black patent leather triangles adorn the dress, graduating from smaller at the neckline to largest at the waist. Paten...

From Judith Ann - the label that beaded and sequined everything that didn't move in the 1980s. Heavily embellished cocktail/party/evening dress. Exaggerated deco motif. Blousoned wi...

Lydia Deetz eat your heart out! We love this 70s Holly's Harp that alludes to the more dark sensibilities of fashion. The zig-zag hem on this piece is somewhere between a tattered lo...

Unlabeled but verified Pierre Cardin gown, circa 1960s. Long sleeve high neck sheath covered in flat sequins in a stripe pattern on top portion. Stripes in blue, purple and green wi...

This spectacular gown is a mix between 30s feminine and 90s edgy. A metal ring waist is that pop of industrial chic we love to see. This is a three layer gown with an interior beige ...

A Chanel dress that's bodycon and doubles as an elegant evening piece. The dramatic plunging decolletage brings attention to the waist where a self-pleated black belt is a cummerbund...

This elegant deep purple Lorena Sarbu caftan is perfect for special occasions. Trimmed in beads, it features exquisite craftsmanship and the highest quality weighted silk, making it ...

We don't like to use (overuse) the word rare but sometimes it’s unavoidable. 1960s era Gaby of Espana cocktail or evening ensemble of ivory chiffon festooned with tiny pale blue see...

Lorena Sarbu's Rhinestone Regency High Neck Gown. High neck design is studded with sparkling rhinestones, evoking the sophistication of icons like Audrey Hepburn. Semi-open back and...

No introduction needed. The go to man that Cher, Carol Burnett and many other extremely lucky people counted on for sparkle and shine - Bob Mackie. 1980s sexy sheath fully covered i...

Calling all divas! Wall-flowers need not apply. This is an absolutely show stopping gown dripping in Old Hollywood glamour. From Shirley MacLaine to Mae West, the references that com...

Sweet little 60's summer dress by iconic American designer, Norman Norell. Bold pink linen with a bow-waist. The bow is attached to the inner dress and pulls through the outer blouse...

Indulge in the perfect blend of femininity and edge with our Tricot Chic 2000s Laser-Cut Full Skirted Dress with Bow. This stunning creation features a nod to 50's style fit and flar...

1920's beaded and sequined shift dress on cotton. The 20s dresses on cotton tend to last a very long time. Classic tubular silhouette and tapered hem. Geometric deco embellished mo...

This Zandra Rhodes 80s Black Chiffon Dress with Pearls is a true collector's item. Crafted from lightweight, sheer chiffon, it features a silk screened squiggle print and is designed...

This is the epitome of 1920s elegance. Immaculately beaded on cotton with a scallop bodice with a drop waist pattern switch, equally as beautiful and intricate! Glittering sequins an...

This Mingolini Gugenheim black beaded dress is a rare, Italian couture piece that displays impeccable attention to detail and expert craftsmanship. From the late 50s/early 60s, it fe...

From the magical mind of Mr. Galliano. Sweet enough to eat! From the Spring 2008 collection. This piece is an iteration of the also fabulous dress photographed on the runway that we’...

An ultra rare iteration of one of Halston's most iconic silhouettes. Elizabeth Taylor, Lee Radziwell, and Marisa Berenson are among the countless women have been photographed in this...

This Jean Paul Gaultier Soleil Dress features a body con design with stretch fabric providing a comfortable fit. The bold floral print in bold acid-tinged colors. Mid length perfec...

Elegant as always, Valentino Couture silk twill dress. Perfect sophisticated day-to-night dress. Classic navy blue with contrasting cream details such as the chiffon sleeve trim and ...

This Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2001 midi dress exudes sensuality with its slinky silhouette and convertible side. The black silk fabric adds a luxurious touch while the side slit zipper...

We heard the bandage dress is having a major comeback and nothing beats the real thing! An original 1990's Hervé Legér little black bandage dress. Hugs those curves in all the right ...

Reminiscent of Marilyn Monroe's "JFK Birthday Dress". Absolutely stunning iridescent blush body-con dress. A soft wool knit that hugs curves and allows them! Stretchy and fully sequi...

The iconic Venus de Milo lends itself to a sultry trompe l'oeil by Ann Demeulemeester. Made of 100% stretch nylon for a comfortable and loose fit. Comes with semi attached sash belt...